Software Engineering Intern – Summer 2026
Role summary
Spot & Tango is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 in New York, NY. This 11-week, full-time, hybrid internship offers hands-on experience building and improving internal tools and customer-facing applications using React, React Native, and Django. Interns will work closely with experienced engineers, receive mentorship, and contribute to the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) in an agile, fast-paced startup environment. The role requires proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, TypeScript), familiarity with web development frameworks, AWS, backend systems, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and API design (REST).
📍 Location:
New York, NY
⏳ Duration:
11 weeks (June 1 - August 14)
🕒 Schedule:
40 hours per week
Who We Are:
At Spot & Tango, we’re on a mission to make every dog healthier and every pet parent happier. We deliver personalized, veterinarian-approved meal plans made with real, human-grade ingredients on a subscription basis. As a fast-growing, VC-backed e-commerce startup, we’re solving real-world challenges in pet health, logistics, and customer experience with technology.
Join us this summer for a hands-on, high-impact internship, where you’ll collaborate with experienced engineers, tackle meaningful projects, and gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced, startup environment.
What You’ll Do
Each intern will be paired with a dedicated mentor who will provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout the internship. Your mentor will help you deliver a full end-to-end project, ensuring you gain hands-on experience in real-world software development.
- Build and improve internal tools and customer-facing applications, primarily using React, React Native, and Django
- Work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to bring ideas to life and enhance user experiences.
- Collaborate with senior engineers, who will provide you feedback in code reviews, helping you deepen your understanding of modern software development best practices.
- Help develop technical documentation and foster knowledge sharing within the team.
- Learn about the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) in a fast-paced startup environment and contribute to agile development processes.
- Keep up with emerging technologies and explore ways to improve our products and systems.
Who You Are
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficient in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, TypeScript etc.).
- Familiar with web development (React, Django, Node.js, or similar frameworks), AWS, and backend systems.
- Understanding of databases (SQL vs NoSQL) and API design (REST).
- Passionate about technology and excited to work in an agile, fast-moving startup environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Dog lovers are a plus!
Why Spot & Tango?
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Real-World Experience
: Work on production-level projects with direct business impact.
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Hands-On Mentorship
: Learn from experienced engineers invested in your growth.
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Startup Culture
: Fast-moving, high-impact, and collaborative environment.
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Dog-Friendly Office
: If you love dogs, you’ll feel right at home.
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Paid Internship
: Because great work deserves recognition.
If you have a passion for technology, a desire to work with a high-performing engineering team this summer, and are excited about contributing to the growth of a DTC startup, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
*This is a hybrid position based in our Midtown Manhattan office. In office presence is required on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.*
Spot & Tango is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.